Vice President of Banking

Position Overview

This role is designed for a high-potential banking leader who will work closely with the President & CEO and assume the role of President upon planned CEO succession.

• Lending production, portfolio management, and credit quality
• Accounting, financial reporting, and bank financial performance
• Risk management and regulatory awareness
• Assist with strategic planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring
• Participate in loan structuring, credit decisions, and portfolio oversight
• Partner with department leaders to drive operational efficiency and accountability
• Represent the bank with customers, community leaders, and key stakeholders
• Uphold and promote the bank's culture, values, and community-focused mission

• 5+ years of banking experience, ideally within a community bank setting
• Practical experience in lending and credit, with a solid understanding of bank accounting and financials
• Demonstrated leadership ability with clear potential to step into a President role
• Strong decision-making skills, integrity, and sound judgment
• Relationship-driven mindset with a commitment to long-term community banking

• Defined President-in-Training path with planned succession
• Direct mentorship from the current President & CEO
• Executive-level exposure across all bank functions
• Opportunity to lead and grow a community-focused institution

Qualified candidates may apply directly or send a resume to  or call:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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